Husqvarna seems to be working on reintroducing a larger capacity Vitpilen roadster in the European markets. A test mule of the Husqvarna Vitpilen 901 was spied testing in Europe recently. Reportedly, the Vitpilen 901 will be based on the KTM 890 Duke platform and is likely to use the 889cc parallel-twin motor.
2023 Husqvarna Vitpilen 901: What’s new?
Husqvarna currently has the Vitpilen 401 on sale in Europe, while the larger single-cylinder Vitpilen 701 has been discontinued, which was launched back in 2018. The prototype looks almost production-ready looking at its body panels and the matte black and silver paint finish. The new Husqvarna Vitpilen 901, when launched, will be the spiritual successor to the Vitpilen 701.
2023 Husqvarna Vitpilen 901: What engine will it get?
The spy pictures reveal that the test mule seems to be running the Husqvarna-KTM derived 889cc parallel-twin motor, which also does duty in the Husqvarna Norden 901 and the KTM 890 Duke R. This engine makes 121bhp and 99Nm in the 890 Duke R. The motor will be linked to a six-speed gearbox.
2023 Husqvarna Vitpilen 901: Design and styling
The spy pictures also reveal the Vitpilen 901’s styling, which looks quite similar to the Vitpilen 701. It features minimalist bodywork that is in line with Husqvarna’s design philosophy, complete with a large round LED headlight, a small rider seat and a fuel tank that is reminiscent of the old model. The motorcycle gets a thin LED taillight.
2023 Husqvarna Vitpilen 901: Features and cycle parts
Although much isn’t known about its features list, the spy images reveal a rectangular TFT colour dash in place of the round LCD unit on the Vitpilen 701. Further, we can also see LED indicators, dual disc brakes at the front and a single rotor at the back. The prototype can be seen running WP Apex fully adjustable USD forks up front and a rear WP mono-shock.
The Husqvarna Vitpilen 901 test mule is wearing Michelin Power 5 sporty road-going tyres. Once launched, it will rival the likes of the Triumph Street Triple R, DucatiMonster, KTM 890 Duke and the Yamaha MT-09.
